
The Just Riding Along Show
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Ep 139Just Riding Along Show- Episode 139, Kenny Visits Howard
EKenny is live and in person for this week's episode. The crew talks motorized stuff for a while before getting to the good bike stuff. They discuss riding in St. George and what the riding season is like in Salida, CO. New Shit: Police called to Scott Sports when CEO won't stay fired 3x Wolf Tooth Tax Spurcycle denim finish bell Shimano ESSA 1x8 Drivetrain Redshift "Top Shelf" Riser Drop Bar SRAM Patent Patrol Kenny's Transmission Derailleur Cage Conspiracy Theory Esker Cycles Sponsors Alexandara Houchin Formula Belva dual crown enduro fork Cannondale Scalpel 120/120mm XC bike Listener Question: Should I relace my DT Swiss carbon wheels with BERD Spokes?
Ep 138Just Riding Along Show- Episode 138, Throwback
EWelcome to a thrownback from 10 years ago! Amazingly enough, the bike parts have changed, but the advice hasn't. The sound on this one is a little echo-y since at the time, we recorded ourselves sitting around a single microphone at a kitchen table. It's still got all the JRA you crave, though. In this episode, the crew makes a pretty amazing prediction when it comes to fork lockouts followed by paying the Wolftooth tax, advice on 1x10 chainline and gearing selection, Andrea's gravel racing plans, and how Kenny lost a KOM.
Ep 137Just Riding Along Show- Episode 137, Kenny Buys Things
EIn this week's episode, Kenny may have bought a new (to him) motorcycle, and Andrea may not have crashed it yet. Andrea talks brain drugs and goats, and Matt is putting his Epic Evo on a diet. New Shit: Bernard Kerr's bike explosion at Rotorua Atherton lugged frames Yeti ASR Mike Tyson might kill a Youtuber Jasmin Paris becomes the first woman to finish the Barkley Ultramarathon Listener Questions: What do you think about Flexstay bikes? Fish nuggets Should I get carbon wheels or a smattering of other light parts?
Ep 136Just Riding Along Show- Episode 136, SB130 Lunch Ride
EThis week's episode kicks off with snow stories with Matt and Andrea. While they've been snowed in, Kenny rode his dirt bike. New Shit Specialized Epic and Epic Evo Rockshox Flight Attendant Kenny wants you to watch the latest starship launch Trek aims to "right size" their inventory Industry Nine gravel wheels and hubs Andrea thinks the new Dangerholm bike is OK Listener Questions Which hardtail should I get? Do we still need to carry a chain tool on rides?
Ep 135Just Riding Along Show- Episode 135, No Team, Just Kenny
EThis week, it's the usual Rover stuff, singlespeeding, and sucky weather New Shit: Push Nine.One inverted fork Fezzari is now Ari Kenny might be getting a Fazoli's in Salt Lake GT recalls LaBomba dirt jump bikes Railias tailgate bike rack E-gravel bikes Look X-Track powermeter pedal Rocky Mountain Instinct updates Lee Cougan Crossfire Listener Questions: The REAL first gravel bike/tire Will I need to get a shorter stem when I install an adjustable headset? Why is Matt's sound off?
Ep 134Just Riding Along Show- Episode 134, Unhinged Patron Names
EMatt wanted to call it "process 134," but this one fits better if you listen all the way to the end. In host news, Kenny went to Little Moab, Andrea QOM poaches and gives out a gas stove tip that will change your life, and Matt rode his new Stigmata and his moto. Oh yeah, and Andrea gets mad because most women's work pants are made to look "sexy." New Shit: Fox bike division sales down 43% The US Women's Cycling Team receives disciplinary action from the UCI FasCat now offers AI Coaching Listener Questions: What was the first bike marketed as a gravel bike? What have you all talked about in the past that you were wrong about?
Ep 133Just Riding Along Show- Episode 133, BALLS
EThe crew kicks it off this week with Rovers, Helicopters, and Explosions. And balls. New Shit: Bell Helmet Recall Garmin sales up 13% State Farm and Rad Power bikes settle their e-bike house fire lawsuit Tern Orox fat e-cargo bike Mavic Mid drive motor Hope carbon crank and bronze components Hayes purple brakes ENVE wider road tires Cannondale Moterra SL Wolftooth Aero Chainring Vittoria Air Liner updates for Enduro and DH Curve Cycling Titanosaur Enduro offers T47 Maxhit bottom brackets Listener Questions: More fullface and mouthguard input What's some easy stuff in Moab? Would you rather ride a misaligned saddle or a noisy PF bottom bracket for the rest of your life?
Ep 132Just Riding Along Show- Episode 132, Ummmm, Bin Laden Weed
EYeah, it's been a week. This episode is basically unedited, so you get to hear the UMs and stuff that's usually trimmed out. This week, we talk about all the usual stuff, like Kenny riding his fatbike, Matt buying another Land Rover, and Andrea singlespeeding and spending more time alone in the woods. New shit: Meaty rice grown in a lab Shimano sales down 30% Tubolite Diamana tire liner Giro Coalition Full-Face Helmet Mosaic GT1 All-road bike (then lots more talk about what "all road" means) Listener Questions: Events of the past Will an Eagle derailleur work with an XPLOR cassette?
Ep 131Just Riding Along Show- Episode 131, Bone Juice
EKenny wasn't vibing with the new show format, so they're back to old style banter first about things like supplements, bike rides, Rovers, birthdays, sketchy winter fatbiking, and people lying about tasty critters. New Shit: Man sues Shimano and Trek for an injury sustained from his brake lever Zwift layoffs Wolftooth Components drop bar ReMote lever and Canadian distribution SRAM files patent for solar charging fenders Box BMX stem recall ARC8 Enduro bike with special slidey parts Listener Questions: Safety gear for riding- first aid kits and fullface helmets Can a Levo be un-mulleted?
Just Riding Along Show- Episode 130, Matt wants to call it SB130
EIndustry News and New Shit: Joe Graney steps down as Santa Cruz CEO Pacific Cycles e-bike recall REI lays off 357 headquarter employees Field Station Moab KS GTC Gravel Fork Brooks B68 is back Nordest Britango MK3 E.13 Wheels Tumbleweed Big Dipper Handlebar Listener Questions: What bikepacking stuff do you like? How do I keep from damaging my shock eyelet spacer? My SID Lux is making noise This week, Kenny has cabin fever, Matt has been out on the moto and bike, and Andrea finally went for a ride, but also made some new hunting friends.
Ep 129Just Riding Along Show- Episode 129, No Love for Trolls
EThis week's episode kicks off with a little rant from Andrea about people getting dumb with politics. Be sure to check out the merch section of the website JRAshow.com to get your PfCA fundraiser stickers! New Shit: Wahoo Kickr Run Leaked SRAM Red photos Wolftooth dropper lever comes in new colors Cane Creek EEWings Crankset in Aurora color paint Whiskey No.9 MCX+ gravel fork Ibis Ripmo and Ripley AF frame upgrades and new pricing Hope XCR Brakes now with 4 pistons Muc Off winter gloves lead to DWR care tangents Listener Questions: Should I switch to a 30.9 shimmed dropper post? Kenny's Asteroid Box tangent Old Guy thoughts about ti parts What bearing press is good for home use? Then, it's on to whumpfing, lion escorts, fat biking in Park City, and Matt's newest bike
Ep 128Just Riding Along Show- Episode 128, Teaser Fail
EWe had some technical difficulties this week with sampling rates... the sound is a little off as a result. It's still high quality infotainment, though. Matt kicks off the show by giving listeners a teaser that the crew never actually talks about later. We then talk about new shit and industry news before diving into some listener questions.
Ep 127Just Riding Along Show- Episode 127, Kenny is Better than Most People at Most Things
ENews & New Shit: Toplock Origins Mondraker Opens a US Office in Boulder, CO REI is opening 10 new stores this year ENVE Inner Drive hub WTB Baliff Fatbike Tire Gemeni Rigel carbon chainring Listener Questions: WTF is a Rockshox Rush Damper? Why can't I sell my used bike? What's Matt's hair removal regimen? What's your most soul crushing story about getting dropped from a ride or race? Why don't DH racers use carbon bars? Then we wrap up with stories about meatbread, e-bikes in snow, and wheel building.
Ep 126Just Riding Along Show- Episode 126, Wrong Jake
ENew Shit: QVist Double Ratchet Hub Factory racing programs in turmoil Listener Content: Why can't regular old Eagle spin backwards like Transmission? Lost bike returned to owner: faith in humanity temporarily restored Favorite Cheeses Host Stories: Motos Adventures in home ownership Yard Sale Bikes E-bike demo
Ep 125Just Riding Along Show- Episode 125, Good Advice
EWe're chainging things up a bit this week- an idea from a listener to make the podcast a little more new-listener-friendly. New Shit: We the People Swamp Master full suspension BMX bike Industry Nine has a new European consumer site Galaxy Rooftop Tent Reverse Rise Stem Listener Questions: Advice from Superfan Jake NICA GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/Jax-Duval-Devils-5k-in-5days Which bottle cages are good for a gravel bike? Can you use a SRAM PC-1 chain on an Eagle chainring? And, last but not least- this week, Matt gets caught out in a snow storm because of Rover Stuff, Kenny crashes his moto more than once, and Andrea had a wild encounter with a mountain lion.
Ep 123Just Riding Along Show- Episode 124, Tannerite Stories
EOk, the tannerite stories are at the end, but it's the best part of this episode, so that's the name. This week is full of shed stuff for Matt and Andrea, along with some hunting and Rover stories. Kenny found a big hole in the desert and thinks it could be from a bomb or a space rock. New Shit: BikeAhead BiTurboX six spoke carbon e-bike wheels 8Degree flat pedals with float Rotor direct mount power meters for Shimano cranks Lizard Skins 3D Printed grips Listener Content: Costco Potatoes are on the business center site Making a trainer wheel for a transmission bike Is all grease carbon safe? TopLock is NOT a suggestion
Ep 122Just Riding Along Show- Episode 123, Kenny Learns Things
EThis week, the crew starts off with a lesson in breadmaking, because, why not? They go on to talk about shed stuff, motos, traner rides, and some big news for the Syllamo Trails in Arkansas. New Shit: Kona is having a buy one get one free sale on full suspension bikes Guerilla Gravity's entire shop is up for auction Niner Bikes moves to Ohio The RedSide bleed syringe holder Mike Levy is leaving Pinkbike Listener Questions: Which steel hardtail Esker should I get for East Coast rocky stuff? What brake should replace leaky Shimano SLX brakes? E-bike recomendations from a listener with a lot of e-bike experience
Ep 122Just Riding Along Show- Episode 122, Austin Saves the Day
EThis week, Matt talks about his first ride on the dropbar Crave, working on the Land Rover, and his new shoes. Andrea has gone full Crossfit (ok, not really), hunted wildcats, and started drama on Instagram. Kenny got some sweet new titanium-spoked Warp 9 wheels for his moto. New Shit: Greg Minnar is leaving the Santa Cruz Syndicate race team Matt has thoughts about the Cervelo convertible road/gravel e-bike Andrea likes the Veolo bike trailer, and Kenny wants to put a motor on it and use it to shop at Costco Brooks B72 Saddle is back RaceFace Chester grips
Ep 121Just Riding Along Show- Episode 121, Test Recording Extravaganza
EThis week, hear about Matt and Andrea's Thanksgiving activities, their PSA about dog kennel heaters, and which bike Kenny has for sale. New Shit: Matt's Crave is now drop bar Commencal Jack Piercy Video Wolftooth 360 ReMote and frame specific Aero Chainguides Kenny's problem with finding T-Type chainrings for his Kenevo SL Gravity Dropper Seatposts 45NRTH LatKat winter tires KS LEV Circuit Fulcrum RedZone Carbon+ XC Wheelset Listener Questions: ENVE M525 broken spoke update Should I shorten my brake lines when I install a narrower handlebar?
Ep 120Just Riding Along Show- Episode 120, Kenny Wasn't Ready
EAndrea is back from Memphis this week and talks about the rest of her stay in the suburbs, including the story explaining why her parents' house is haunted. Kenny's favorite floor pump died, and Matt explains the difference between types of Rovers. New Shit: Pivot takes a dig at Yeti with their "Brunch" ride bikes Canfield is stocking Guerilla Gravity service parts Galfer bike brakes? Listener Questions: I like my Propain Hugene Why am I breaking spokes on my rear Enve M525? Are press-fit bottom brackets OK? Then, Andrea wraps it up with an educational chicken nugget.
Ep 118Just Riding Along Show- Episode 119, Should We Start a New Meeting?
EThis week, the crew is spread out across the country. Google limits meetings between more than two callers to one hour, so you'll hear them reference running out of that time and starting a new meeting a few times. Since they last recorded, Andrea has been touristing in Memphis, Matt rode the trainer on his Stumpjumper, worked on the Rover, and has a Crave conundrum, and Kenny bought a new E-Moto.
Just Riding Along Show- Episode 118, Ugly Babies
EThis week, Matt tells us how he really feels about oval chainrings, inspired by his ride on the Eker Hayduke LVS. Kenny talks moto and makes bets with Matt about who's winter project will be done first. Andrea rode and has come the the realization that she needs to hit the gym. Don't miss our fundraiser for PfCA! You can donate and get a limited edition sticker on our website: Stickers for a Cause New Shit: Shimano came under attack from hackers Gore-tex shoes Propain bikes Canyon Lux Trail Nordest Albarda GT Ti gravel bike Listener Questions: Can you coach me for Vapor Trail 125 in 2024? I'm 240 pounds, should I use 200 or 220mm rotors? Are Berd Hawk 30 wheels ok? Which tires should I use? How do you nose wheelie up stairs on a BMX bike? Should I get a Trek Checkpoint or a Cervelo Aspero?
Ep 117Just Riding Along Show- Episode 117, Pocket Knives and Sheds
EKenny is the only host to do any riding this week because Matt and Andrea have been out hunting and home-improving (Spoiler- Matt was sucessful!) New Shit: SRAM issues a recall on aftermarket AXS brake/shift levers the .R1 full custom road bike collaboration between frame maker J. Laverack and Aston Martin Mavic has a new wheel, and Kenny is mad Listener Questions: Can I have a 2x gravel drivetrain with these kook parts? Call for market predicitons
Ep 116Just Riding Along Show- Episode 116, Microphone Inside your Face
EThis week, Matt bought an old Land Rover, cut part of his finger off, and is prepping for his first deer hunt. Andrea talks about why you shouldn't have a garden near aspen or cottonwood trees, lost another GoPro, was gifted wine, and shouts out to Wingnut packs. Kenny went for a ride and not much else. New Shit: P1 Singularis mountain bike wheels Berd Sparrow gravel wheels YT Jeffsy V3 I9 limited edition bronze colors Carbon Wasp 3d Printed titanium Pinion cranks Listener Questions: What Enduro bike should I get? What's the best e-bike for the Northeast? Is belt drive good for commuting? Check out the Garage Bunny bunny hop trainer! What pocket knife should Matt get?
Ep 115Just Riding Along Show- Episode 115, Sharing a Microphone (again)
EThis week, Matt went for a ride and did Land Rover Stuff, Andrea hunted bears, and Kenny dodged landmines in Croatia & drove the Nuremburgring in Germany. Listener Questions: Kenny's answer to the Tero battery question from last week (is there a smaller/lighter one available?) Can a Santa Cruz Megatower V2 convert to mullet? New Shit: Otso Arctodus Ti Trek Red Barn Trade-in Program Yeti goes direct to consumer Signa Sports is going out of business Tom P's 29er history JRAOM charity stickers coming soon!
Ep 114Just Riding Along Show- Episode 114, Matt with No Pants
EWe kick this episode off with a "matt with no pants" story that Andrea forgot to tell in the previous episodes. After that, they discuss Andrea's latest purchase, bike rides, and how bad the sensory overload can get inside of a Scheel's store New Shit: Trek suspension service includes a bike demo Old Man Mountain Axle Pack (and other cool stuff) Wilier Adler Carbon Bikepacking Gravel Bike Say goodbye to the Surly Crosscheck Listener Stuff: How do you make a trail bike into a XC/Marathon Bike? Is there a smaller/lighter battery option for the Specialized Tero? Bike the Planet in Memphis is Rad. Don't forget about the liability placed on shops in the Shimano Crank Recall. How do you cope with dangerous wildlife in the backcountry?
Ep 113Just Riding Along Show- Episode 113, Murder Hornets
EThis week, the crew is racing the handfull of benedryl that Kenny took prior to the start of recording. Spoiler Alert... they eventually lose the race. Listen carefully, and you'll hear Kenny fading into hibernation. Other than his encounter with a murder hornet, Kenny has been out riding his bike and his moto. He'll be off in Europe during the next two episodes. Matt enjoyed opening day squirrel sucess, explores the origins of 29ers, and rode his bike! Andrea talks about how hard it is for her to return to "normal" after being in the woods for a month and her methods of dealing with it. New Shit: Esker Hayduke LVS Zipp 1Zero HiTOP Wheels Listener Questions: Why did Kenny choose a lite-duty e-bike? Can I use Roval Control SL wheels on my enduro bike?
Ep 110Just Riding Along Show- Episode 112, We Got the Meats
EWe're back! This week, Matt has been on his feet a lot running, hiking, and cooking woodfired pizza. Kenny has ripped through four moto tires in 1500 miles, rode his bike, and is going to Europe soon to drive fast cars and whatnot. Andrea's got a hell of a hunting story that explains why you didn't get an episode last week. New Shit: Shimano crank "soft" recall Otso Voytek 2.0 Thule Outset Hitch-Mounted cot tent
Ep 111Just Riding Along Show- Episode 111.5, Extreme Packouts
EWe've had to take a week off! It's been exciting, but also extrodinarily exhausting. We'll be back as scheduled next week.
Ep 111Just Riding Along Show- Episode 111, Nose Hairs
EThis week the whole crew gets together to talk the new Roubaix, Trek's entrance into the world of high-pivot bikes, how a multi tool brand failed at releasing at pedal, and Kenny has ridden his Kenevo - twice! Tune in to catch it all.
Ep 110Just Riding Along Show- Episode 110, Like A Headset
EAnother week, another time Matt takes his pants off. This show we cover all the hot bicycle topics: grouse species, elk hunting, weddings, and of course some bike content with listener questions and the usual ribbing of new products.
Ep 109Just Riding Along Show- Episode 109, Never Bottom Out
EThis week the gang does a speed run on the show. Matt gets hot enough to take his pants off, Andrea has been in full blow elk prep mode, and all of Kenny's friends became allergic to fun. The Wolftooth Tax gets it's own upgrade (along with new cages and some permanent new colors) Listeners are bummed with reports from other Hunt Wheel users, want us to help pick a bike with geo from 5 years ago, and Matt tests to see if Kenny blows a gasket when talking about another multi-tool but Crank Brothers makes the best tools so he doesn't.
Ep 106Just Riding Along Show- Episode 108, They're Beauties
EThis week, Matt is feeling better, Andrea is chasing QOMs, and Kenny is at his usual moto business. New Shit: Lithic by Wolftooth Carbon Fork RockShox Vivid Air Shock EverFlow AirLink Limited Edition Esker Japhy in purple Listener Questions: Should I get a SRAM Transmission/Rockshox bike or a Shimano/Fox bike? How do I adjust my Fox Float X2 shock? What happened to 172.5mm cranks? What is Kenny's Meatrice Recipe? Why no 34.9 Dropper? What do you think about DT Swiss EXC 1200 wheels? What Patron would Matt fight? What's the difference between different types of motos, and how do they relate to different bikes?
Ep 107Just Riding Along Show- Episode 107, Matt's Lovely Lumps
EMatt is back this week after crashing his balls off last week. He tells his side of the wreck story. Kenny has been on both of his motorbikes, and Andrea has taken to local Strava racing and fills Kenny in on her Leadville shop time. The two of you who actually read that show description a few weeks ago and emailed me didn't read all of the instructions in that description, so that's why no one has received stickers in the mail yet! New Shit: Short travel Rockshox Flight Attendant Wearable SRAM AXS Controller Patents Wolftooth chainrings for Shimano bumps up to 38t. Also, Morse Ti cages are on sale! AllCity is going out of business Peaty's HoldFast Trail Tool Wrap Listener Questions: Will the wider Q-factor on the new Transmission crank be weird? How can I make Ergon grips work with a TwistLoc controller?
Ep 106Just Riding Along Show- Episode 106; The Andrea Show
EThat's right, y'all. I'm recording this alone and at the last minute. What does that mean? I'm not editing out the dog barks and "UMs" like I normally would, because I thought y'all would appreciate getting a sort-of real episode instead of a throwback. This week, I'm talking elk, cool (and not cool) shit I saw at Leadvelo Bicicasa helping them with the racer rush ahead of the Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race, and I talk about my side of Matt's bike wreck on the Colorado Trail. New Shit: Pinarello XC Hardtail Trek Supercaliber updates Esker Portage Dropouts for UDH Moots Routt CRD Gravel Bike Forge + Bond fusion fiber wheelsets
Ep 105Just Riding Along Show- Episode 105, Matt has a Stroke
EMatt forgot how to introduce the show this week, and hilarity ensues. This week, Matt built a new bike for someone other than himself, Andrea broke a wheel and her neck (not really on the latter), and Kenny has been doing the general moto stuff. Andrea will be in Leadville this week working at Leadvelo Bicicasa. Come by and say hello if you're in town! It's all listener questions this week (with a little new shit thrown in at the end): What size Epic EVO should I get? How do I prevent my XC shock from overheating? What size should I ride if I'm 6'3" with a 6'9" wingspan? I've been breaking spokes on my mountain and gravel wheelsets. What should I do? Should I get a Spot Rocker or an Esker Japhy Ti as my cross country singlespeed?
Ep 104Just Riding Along Show- Episode 104, Farting While Making Eye Contact
EWe're back this week, and the crew has stories to tell. Matt went to a SRAM Taco Tuesday and met the "S" from SRAM. Kenny still has a Daewoo for sale and gives us the requisite moto talk. Andrea has been on a rollercoaster with a fantastic elk scouting trip followed by a trip to urgent care for nerve pain. PLUS MORE! Does anyone actually read this description? The first person to send an email to [email protected] with their mailing address will get a free sticker mailed to them. Moving on- The remainder of the show is all new shit! We'll get back to listener questions next week. Industry Nine DUO Carbon Wheels (and some non-DUO wheels, too) Specialized Traverse SL2 Wheels RockShox BoXXer Fork Microshift Sword wide range 10-speed gravel groupset Wolftooth T-Type compatible Oval and 3-bolt direct mount chainrings Viral Optimist 160 carbon/Ti full suspension with Pinion SmartShift
Ep 103Just Riding Along Show- Episode 103, Vapor Trail 125 Throwback
EWe didn't get to record this week, so take a listen to Andrea, Matt, Tom Purvis, and Jeff Kerkove as they talk about the Vapor Trail 125 Race. Andrea had just set a new course record, Jeff is a multi-time VT125 racer, and Tom was the cheif VT125 cat herder. Enjoy!
Ep 101Just Riding Along Show- Episode 102, Handful of Poop
EKenny is back from his adventures this week! Matt has been on some good rides, fixed his truck (with a customer service FAIL courtesy of the auto parts store), and bought ANOTHER BIKE. Andrea talks about one of the more mellow sections of Colorado Trail in the area, why she prefers mechanical shifting, chicken nuggets, dogs, and a new video up on the JRAOM YouTube channel. New Shit: SRAM GX Transmission SRAM Bronze Level and Code Brakes Hunt Proven Carbon Race XC Wheels (which spurs a prediction about the future direction of lightweight wheels) Listener Questions: What's the biggest wheel you can put on a Talaria MX4? What do you think about Continental's new tires? Why is bottom bracket drop so important to Matt? Should I get Berd gravel wheels?
Ep 101Just Riding Along Show- Episode 101, The Matt and Andrea Show
EKenny is off doing Kenny stuff this week, so Andrea and Matt go at it alone. They kick it off by discussing Matt's new bike and why he hated it on the first ride, tundra etiquette (with tangents inside of tangents), archery, and what Andrea should do with the cash from selling one of her bikes. New Shit: Stoll Stage Race full suspension and hardtail Rimpact prototype tuned mass damper Clever Standard Bacon Bullet Orucase magnetic top tube bag Listener Questions: How do I deal with being a gross, sweaty human? What are your fantasy rides?
Ep 100Just Riding Along Show- Episode 100, Nothing Special
EThe crew's 100th episode since re-launch is met with nothing special... Matt is getting another new bike, competed in more moto trials, and struck out on a "quick" repair. Andrea reports on her latest scouting trip, relives her first encounter with Sara Sheets at Breck Epic, and received a new bow for her birthday. Kenny went moto-ing and tells us about a wild brake situation at his shop. New Shit: Andrea's thoughts on the SRAM Code Stealth brakes Wolftooth Components Lone Wold Chain Guide Ibis "Bin Chicken" HD6 Ergon GT1 Grip Berria Bravo soft tail mountain bike Then, Andrea breaks Matt when Kenny talks about his hatred of all flathead screws
Ep 99Just Riding Along Show- Episode 99, Bikes and Barbacoa
ESorry this one's uploading a few hours late. It's worth the wait, though! This week, the crew has been riding bikes & motos and has fallen down while doing it. The week's review is full of wonderful tangents to boot. New Shit: Cushcore e-bike tire inserts Bike Yoke Revive Wireless Seatpost (and pedals and handlebar) THE Abbey Tools truing stand Hutchinson Wyrm downcountry tire Hope dropper lever Deviate Cycles high pivot downcountry bike Listener Questions: You can take a travel reducer out of the shock on your Epic Evo! Is Luna Cycle legit for electric motos? Is the Talaria MX4 good? What upgrades would it need right off the bat? What is the "early 2000's tuner car culture" of the bike world?
Ep 98Just Riding Along Show- Episode 98, Andrea's Pedantic Ass
EThis episode starts with a little Memphis Rap education. Includes samples from Project Pat's "Chickenheads" and "Don't Save Her." Then, the crew talks about SRAM's newly released APEX offerings as well as some World Cup racing happenings. The personal updates are short and to the point this week. Listener Questions: Why did my rear wheel and derailleur explode off a 2 foot drop? How heavy is Matt's Stumpjumper EVO? Why are Fox Transfer posts so sticky? Can I use a SRAM Eagle derailleur on an XPLOR cassette? Why am I cramping when I race? Will there ever be a rigid singlespeed resurgance? I'm a big guy on a Specialized EPIC, and it's bottoming out. What can I do? Then, some running talk.
Ep 97Just Riding Along Show- Episode 97, All up in these Gutz
EWelcome to Episode 97! This week, Matt has a new bike, Kenny has been going for morning motos, and Andrea talks chickens, weird stuff that happened to her fork, and searching for new trails. New Shit We Probably Hate: POC 3D printed titanium sunglasses Wolftooth T-Type chainrings Reynolds endura and DH wheels Shimano files a new derailleur hanger patent Scott Plasma RC TT Listener Question Extravaganza: What bike is right for Vapor Trail 125? Should I replace a smashed XTR derailleur with XT? How can I make my Kona Honzo better at gravel? What food do you want conveyored into your mouth for the rest of your life? How long after you started working in shops did the narcissism kick in? When did Kenny start hating to pedal? What's Andrea's broadhead of choice? Why doesn't Matt use handguards for enduro? What happened to Mountain Bike Radio? Where does Matt work? Do you race singlespeed because you can't podium in regular categories? Should I get a Superdeluxe Ultimate? When is Monarch Crest rideable? What tire pressure should I run for enduro riding? Why do I suck at bleeding SRAM brakes?
Ep 95Just Riding Along Show- Episode 96, Smash or Pass?
EWelcome to episode 96! This week, Andrea talks about the return of Vapor Trail 125, her new Kelty car-camping tent, and the arrival of more chickens! Matt scored at the National moto trials event over the weekend, and Kenny did normal Kenny stuff. He's got some more thoughts about his new Kenevo as well. Smash or Pass: DT Swiss Revolite spokes TransX wireless dropper post Daysaver Incredible multitool Industry Nine Trail S rims with Hydra hubs Wolftooth Components e-bike chainrings MetMo Pocket Driver Prototype Rockshox SID SL 120mm fork Campagnolo Super Record wireless 2x12 road group Road vs. MTB prices Listener Questions: What grinds Brady Howe's gears? Bottom Bracket bearing maintenance DT Swiss 370 hub internals upgrade kits
Ep 95Just Riding Along Show- Episode 95, Kenny and Matt Yeet Their Bikes
EThis week in JRA Land, Matt has been in Memphis and was amazed by Legos, Andrea sort of coached in a women's mountain bike clinic, and Kenny put some miles on his new Kenevo. New Shit: Beam x Virgo "full face" commuter e-bike helmet Esker Rowl E13 Clsoe Range Cassette Specialized Allez Standover Shenanigans Cervelo hardtail-maker link
Ep 94Just Riding Along Show- Episode 94, Who Weekend-ed Better?
EThis week- Whose weekend was better? Matt competed in his first moto trials event, and Kenny was on a boat and e-moto. Andrea worked and ran around the trials course, so she's just around for moral support. Don't miss out on Kenny's secret meat rice recipe. New Shit: Moots Womble Slider Singlespeed (with UDH option) Pinarello Dogma XC Cervelo ZFS-5 Listner Questions: What do you think about the Neutron Components emergency brake bleed kit? What's your favorite cheese? What road bike should replace my 1994 Ritchey Logic?
Ep 93Just Riding Along Show- Episode 93, Running Late
EThis week, Matt has gone full enduro, we didn't kill Superfan Jake with peanut products, Kenny rode with the guys from EXT suspension, and Andrea has been doing feral stuff like boiling skulls and making her own drinking horn. Episode includes a sample of T.I. "Rubber Band Man" from the album Trap Muzik New Shit: Cipollini Fybra GX e-gravel bike Vittoria Air Liner Lite Specialized Levo SL Listener Questions: What should I do if my Fox Float X sucks? Do you watch Trailer Park Boys? What crank should I get for my new singlespeed? What's the future of belt drive? Does your Spot Rocker slap? Have you tried SQLabs Innerbarends? Pros and cons of inverted forks? Do you have experience with Alfine Di2 hubs? What the long term fix for a lockout that stopped working at 100 miles? Give us a dog update, Ridgeline update, and Mustache update. Also, random thoughts about splinters and ticks.
Ep 92Just Riding Along Show- Episode 92, Whiskey and Goldfish
EThe big news of the week is new addition to Matt and Andrea's family- welcome Daisy (the Destroyer), a sweet little terrier from Bounce Animal Rescue. In other news, Kenny's Levo is for sale, Andrea STILL hasn't had a sucessful turkey hunt, and a heavy winter snow knocked out power for a day. Matt finally has his shock dialed, though. Listener Questions: Tell me some Brent VanEps stories. What's it like to be out of the bike industry? Will Stark make a dual sport bike? When will Kenny's Stark Varg arrive? What are your most memorable rides? What protective gear do you wear?
Ep 91Just Riding Along Show- Episode 91, Driving Miss Daisy
EThis week, the crew has been up to their usual stuff- Kenny has e-motoed and professis his love of e-motos, Matt has gone full enduro and celebrated Volunteer Day, and Andrea went racing and hunting. Listener Questions: I'm a Gen 1 AXS rocker-style shifter fanboy How do I find mountain and moto trails in the place I'm moving to? What do you think about the Specialized Status? Is 27.5" OK? New Shit: Specialized Epic WC Wolftooth components dropper lever update Trek Emonda ALR Yeti SB135